2007 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | LTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |