1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 56 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 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vedette | C |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
