1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Prefect | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |