2001 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
