1958 BMW 502 vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, both 1958 BMW 502 and 1958 Ford 12 M were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 502 (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 502 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 502 | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 502 | 12 M |
Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |