1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z1 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3610 mm |