2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1966 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1966 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |