1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3610 mm |