1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 58 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 705 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.
Because 1952 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Ford Vedette | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Ford | Luxgen |
Model | Vedette | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1768 mm |