1999 BMW 323 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 337 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 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 323 | 17 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |