2009 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 32 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, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3080 mm |
