2009 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Popular |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2300 mm |