2007 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Torino |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |