1999 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
