2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 223 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Taunus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |