2005 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 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 |
