1957 BMW Isetta vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, both 1957 BMW Isetta and 1957 Ford 12 M were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 12 M (37 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 12 M weights approximately 534 kg more than 1957 BMW Isetta. 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:
| 1957 BMW Isetta | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Isetta | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 37 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 366 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
