2012 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 335 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 909 kg more than 2012 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 335 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 136 L |
