1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP) has 494 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair.
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 M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Corsair | M5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 560 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |