1971 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Ford LTD
To start off, 1976 Ford LTD is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 850 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1976 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | LTD |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
