1997 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 38 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 535 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Prefect |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 71 Nm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2220 mm |