1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |