2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 984 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 Dodge Magnum (258 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2220 mm |
