2001 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2220 mm |
