2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1957 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1957 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Popular |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2300 mm |