2008 BMW 320 vs. 1964 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1964 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
