1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 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 495 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3200 mm |