2008 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 33 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, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
