2006 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 82 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5763 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
