1978 BMW M1 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW M1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M1 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |
