2004 BMW 116 vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 116 | 1956 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 116 | Popular |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |