1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 652 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
