1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z8 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |
