2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
