2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 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 1412 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
