1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Prefect | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 93 L |
