2001 BMW Z3 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,400 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 23 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z3 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 150 L |
