2005 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 26 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, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
