2007 BMW 740 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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 740 (390 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
