2009 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 540 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Anglia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2220 mm |