1978 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Cortina | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Cortina | 325 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |