1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Anglia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Anglia | M250 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
