2008 BMW 318 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 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 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
