1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 63 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 830 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.
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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Anglia | Z4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2497 mm |