2008 BMW 550 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 60 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | LTD |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |