2003 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
