2009 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |