2004 BMW 325 vs. 1956 Ford Popular
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1956 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
