1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 665 kg more than 1952 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Vedette | M |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |