1958 Ford Popular vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Popular | 120 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |