1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 347 kg more than 1951 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, 2001 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Vedette | SC |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
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 | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |