2008 BMW M6 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | LTD |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |