2007 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
