1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW Z9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW Z9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2410 mm |
