1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Cortina | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | 750 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 82 L |