2008 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
