1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Anglia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
