2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1960 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
