1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cortina | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 320 Nm |
| 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 | 1140 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
