2007 BMW 325 vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |