2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1962 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1672 kg more than 1962 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford F-250 1962 Ford Anglia
Make Ford Ford
Model F-250 Anglia
Year Released 2003 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 37 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 738 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 45 L