1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Vedette | 3111 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |