2000 BMW 730 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 32 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 605 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
