1996 BMW 535 vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1978 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | LTD |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3080 mm |