1962 Ford Popular vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1962 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. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Popular | 118 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
