2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z3 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |