1996 BMW M3 vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1953 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Anglia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 71 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |