2007 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2007 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |