2000 BMW 323 vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
