1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1148 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 Lincoln MKT 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT (475 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2013 Lincoln MKT 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. 2013 Lincoln MKT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Vedette | MKT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2995 mm |
