2003 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 933 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Audi A8 1965 Ford Anglia
Make Audi Ford
Model A8 Anglia
Year Released 2003 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 37 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 737 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L