2004 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 645 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
