2004 BMW 535 vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 51 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 1065 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
