2006 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 1017 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 31 L |
