1962 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Anglia | 320 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |