2005 BMW 545 vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 48 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 900 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 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 |