1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 59 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 567 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Ford Vedette | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vedette | C |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |