1962 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1978 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | LTD |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3080 mm |