2004 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Ford Popular
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1954 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M3 | 1954 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Popular |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 63 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2300 mm |