2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1954 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1954 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2220 mm |
