1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 63 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 778 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.
Because 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Prefect | 325 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
