2005 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 50 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 925 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.
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 M3 (337 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 72 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2220 mm |