2005 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 37 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 438 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
