2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | 2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |