1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 600 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (230 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Anglia | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
