2008 Acura TL vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 534 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2220 mm |
