1998 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
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 (325 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
