1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 2012 BMW 520 (270 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cortina | 520 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
