2007 BMW 116 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 28 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 481 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
