2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Ford Five Hundred were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 2007 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
