1976 Ford Torino vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Torino 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:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Torino | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |
