1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Escort |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |