2008 BMW 535 vs. 1970 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1970 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
