2008 BMW 745 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1958 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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 745 | 17 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |