2006 BMW 650 vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1953 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1953 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Popular |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2300 mm |