1952 BMW 340 vs. 1952 Ford 12 M
To start off, both 1952 BMW 340 and 1952 Ford 12 M were released in the same year (1952). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 BMW 340 (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 BMW 340 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford 12 M.
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:
| 1952 BMW 340 | 1952 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 340 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
