1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |