2005 BMW 760 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 760 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 760 | LTD |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6128 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |