1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 44 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, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | 17 | X1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
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 | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |