1950 Ford Custom vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1959 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Custom would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Custom (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Custom | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Custom | Victor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
