2009 BMW 318 vs. 1953 Singer SM 1500
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Singer SM 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Singer SM 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1953 Singer SM 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1953 Singer SM 1500. 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, 2009 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Singer SM 1500. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Singer SM 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1953 Singer SM 1500 | |
Make | BMW | Singer |
Model | 318 | SM 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |