2006 BMW 525 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
