1999 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z3 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2651 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 | 63 L | 127 L |
