1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1545 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 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette. 2012 Ford F-150 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. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Vedette | F-150 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3670 mm |