2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | FPV BF GT | Anglia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |