1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 65 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 1015 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER has automatic transmission and 1948 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1948 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Prefect | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1923 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2946 mm |
