2008 BMW 550 vs. 1976 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
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, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1976 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5762 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |
