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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 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 740 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
