1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera is newer by 49 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2000 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Vedette | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 434 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 | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |