2007 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 BMW 320 (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Popular |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2300 mm |