1968 Ford 17 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 45 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1050 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 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | 17 | X6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 85 L |