1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | 17 | 116 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |