1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V

To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 61 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 787 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Ford Vedette 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
Make Ford Cadillac
Model Vedette CTS-V
Year Released 1951 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2158 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 556 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 746 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1128 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4788 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1422 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2880 mm


 

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