1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW Z3 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 127 L |