1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 700 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 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2012 Chrysler 300 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. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Vedette | 300 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3053 mm |