1979 Ford LTD vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 32 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, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | LTD | X5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |