2009 BMW 128 vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino.
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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
