2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2010 Ford F-150 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 136 L |