2008 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
