2009 BMW 130 vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
