2007 BMW M vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino.
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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M | Torino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
