1957 Ford Popular vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Popular | X3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |