2009 BMW 120 vs. 1972 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 3,927 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford LTD (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford LTD weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 1972 Ford LTD (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1972 Ford LTD | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 120 | LTD |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |