1978 Ford LTD vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 1978 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | LTD | 325 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |