2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
