1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1953 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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Vedette | Evora |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |