1960 Ford Popular vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1960 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. 2009 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 2009 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Popular | 316 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
