1999 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 M5 (499 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M5 | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Corsair |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 101 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |