2009 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1955 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect. 2009 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1955 Ford Prefect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
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 | 501 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 72 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2220 mm |