1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1976 Ford LTD
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford LTD. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1976 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3080 mm |
