2009 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Ford Anglia

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 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, 2009 BMW 320 (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 1955 Ford Anglia
Make BMW Ford
Model 320 Anglia
Year Released 2009 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 72 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2150 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2220 mm


 

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