2008 BMW 760 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 760 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
