1956 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 50 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 780 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2006 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Anglia | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |