2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-350 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
