2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
