2007 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 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 156 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
