1957 Ford Popular vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 56 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1312 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Popular | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Popular | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2968 mm |