2005 BMW 545 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
