2009 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
