1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 52 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1272 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 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Ford Prefect | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Prefect | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |