1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 52 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1032 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.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Vedette | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
