2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 BMW Z3

To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.

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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford E-250 2001 BMW Z3
Make Ford BMW
Model E-250 Z3
Year Released 2008 2001
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 2489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 5520 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 51 L


 

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