2009 BMW 125 vs. 1960 Ford Popular
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 49 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), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 795 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. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1960 Ford Popular | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Popular |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 215 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
