2008 BMW 116 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
