2009 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-350.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |