1975 Ford Escort vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | Z3 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |