2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 848 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
