2007 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 464 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
