2006 BMW M5 vs. 1957 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 1957 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |