2008 BMW M5 vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2220 mm |
