2008 BMW 325 vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
