1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1033 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 515 kg more than 1954 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 989 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Prefect | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Prefect | CCXR |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |