1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | X6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |