1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 630 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Anglia | 318 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
