1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2300 mm |
