2007 Acura TL vs. 1960 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 47 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 663 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, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1960 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
