1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 312 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2008 Ford E-150 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. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Prefect | E-150 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |