2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 487 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
