2003 BMW X5 vs. 1956 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 BMW X5 1956 Ford Anglia
Make BMW Ford
Model X5 Anglia
Year Released 2003 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2150 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2220 mm