1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 33 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, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 346 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
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 (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | LTD | 118 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |