2007 BMW X3 vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1030 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.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1953 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |
