1958 Ford Anglia vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Anglia | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Anglia | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2837 mm |
