1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 48 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP) has 373 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Corsair | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 439 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3210 mm |