1986 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 432 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1957 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Popular |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |