2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 833 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
