2003 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 24 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, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 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:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
