1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 27 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, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | LTD | 530 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
