1988 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1957 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Prefect |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2220 mm |