1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 40 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 758 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Prefect | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
