1954 Ford Popular vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Popular | X3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
