2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-350 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 51 L |
