2004 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 48 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), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 225 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
