2004 BMW 535 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
