1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 981 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3505 mm |
