1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
