1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 201 kg more than 1958 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | Expedition |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3330 mm |