1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1429 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prefect | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |
