1975 Ford Torino vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 37 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1975 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Torino | 750 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |
