2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | GT 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |