1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 35 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1565 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.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cortina | X6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
