1977 Ford LTD vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | LTD | 320 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
