2007 BMW 650 vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2220 mm |