1972 Ford Torino vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Torino | 320 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
