1992 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
