1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Vedette | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |