1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
