2009 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
