1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1964 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Anglia | 318 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
