1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
