2008 BMW M6 vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 453 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1963 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia. 2008 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
