1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 45 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Anglia | G8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
