2009 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 33 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Taunus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |