1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 68 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
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 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Vedette | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |