1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cortina | 525 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
