1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 59 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 237 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette. 2009 BMW Z4 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. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Vedette | Z4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |