1999 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
