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 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 113 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 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) has 288 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 | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
