1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
