1996 BMW 735 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 36 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1090 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:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Popular |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| 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 | 1820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
