1955 Ferrari D 50 vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1958 Ford Anglia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Anglia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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:
| 1955 Ferrari D 50 | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | D 50 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |
