1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taunus | Z3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |