2011 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 550 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 3050 mm |
