1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (320 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
Model | Firenza | Z3 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |