2009 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 136 L |
