2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |