2000 BMW 750 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 25 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.
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 750 (759 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2000 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
