2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
