2009 BMW 330 vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
