1954 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1954 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:
| 1954 Ford 12 M | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 12 M | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
