2001 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 BMW 530.
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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 245 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 | 1580 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 |
