1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1022 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.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3023 mm |
