2005 BMW 325 vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
