1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
