1982 BMW 328 vs. 1953 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1953 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 328 | 1953 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 37 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
