1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 47 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1794 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Prefect | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |