1999 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 BMW M5.
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 M5 (499 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
