2008 Ford GT vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 683 kg more than 1948 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT | Prefect |
Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.2:1 |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |