2007 BMW 328 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 30 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1977 Ford Cortina has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford Cortina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
