2000 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | LTD |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |