1975 Ford Torino vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Torino | 125 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |