2008 BMW 745 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 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 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1977 Ford LTD. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 745 | LTD |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |