2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 94 kg more than 2000 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3505 mm |
