2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 550 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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW Z4 | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |