2005 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
