2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2220 mm |
