2007 BMW X3 vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
