1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1385 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Prefect | X5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
