1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Prefect | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |