2009 BMW 335 vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 61 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
