1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | M5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |