1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
