2009 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | 17 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |