1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cortina | 535 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2969 mm |
