2007 BMW 328 vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
