2004 BMW 325 vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
