1951 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1951 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1951 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Taunus | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Taunus | 120 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
