1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 3.3 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |