1949 BMW 340 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 64 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1949 BMW 340 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 1949 BMW 340. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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.
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1949 BMW 340 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 340 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2489 mm |