1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2000 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |