1979 Ford LTD vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | LTD | 316 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
