1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1031 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | Touareg |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |