2009 BMW 335 vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1198 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
