2009 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |