2006 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 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 69 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
