2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Prefect |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |