1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 913 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Prefect | M |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1845 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |
