1994 BMW M5 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
