1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 8 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT 40 | Prefect |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 71 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 54 L |