2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Brilliance | Ford |
Model | BS4 | Prefect |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |