1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | X5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |