1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 57 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Vedette | 530 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |