1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1.
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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4390 mm |
