2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 947 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |