1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2009 GMC Sierra 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. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
