1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Torino | 335 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |