2007 BMW X3 vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
