1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Z3 (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1998 BMW Z3 (280 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Z3 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | Z3 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |