1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Torino | 325 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |