1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 45 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 925 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.
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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Prefect | GTO |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |