2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
