2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 42 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | LTD |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |