1953 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Ford Prefect | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Prefect | X5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2933 mm |