2010 BMW 128 vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 128 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 128 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 128 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
