1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1953 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, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
