1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 963 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Prefect | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Prefect | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |