1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 60 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Vedette | A8 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2992 mm |