1970 BMW 2000 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, both 1970 BMW 2000 and 1970 Ford Cortina were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2000 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2000 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
