2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1999 BMW Z3.
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 F-250 (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3201 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
