1958 Ford Popular vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 53 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Popular | 750 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3211 mm |