2007 BMW 323 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 347 kg more than 2007 BMW 323.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4095 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
