2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
