1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 54 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 456 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2005 Ford GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Vedette | GT |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 551 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 678 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |