1979 Ford LTD vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 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 M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | LTD | M5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |