1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 724 kg more than 1956 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Anglia | 350Z |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2540 mm |