1962 Ford Popular vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 48 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), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Popular | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Popular | 320 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
