1988 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Ford F
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford F would be higher. At 4,458 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford F weights approximately 447 kg more than 1988 BMW 530.
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:
1988 BMW 530 | 1955 Ford F | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | F |
Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |