2000 BMW 328 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 24 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 470 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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
