1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 61 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 457 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 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2009 Ford Taurus 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. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Anglia | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Anglia | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
