1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 14 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
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1999 BMW Z9 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3505 mm |