2008 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 1972 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | LTD |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |