2007 BMW 650 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 1120 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.
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2007 BMW 650 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Popular |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 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 | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |