1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 60 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 635 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Vedette | A5 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2751 mm |