2008 BMW M5 vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 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 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 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 1065 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.
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, 2008 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Ford Prefect. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
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 | 520 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |