1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 608 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Prefect | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |