1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 64 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1090 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 1948 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia. 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Anglia | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2837 mm |