1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
