2008 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |
