2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |
