1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 62 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1528 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 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Vedette | QX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3075 mm |
