1949 BMW 340 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 465 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 BMW 340. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 340 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
