1992 BMW 540 vs. 1961 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1961 Ford Cortina | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |