2009 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Torino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
