1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Corsair | 123 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
