2001 BMW 730 vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 44 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 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1055 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, 2001 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2220 mm |
