1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report
To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 2,999 cc, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 964 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.
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, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2002 Lexus Minority Report has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus Minority Report will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2002 Lexus Minority Report | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Prefect | Minority Report |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 417 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1742 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |