2008 BMW X3 vs. 1953 Ford Popular
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 55 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1005 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.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 2008 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. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 1953 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Popular |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |