2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (148 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
