2007 BMW 130 vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
