2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 25 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z9 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| 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 |
