1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 50 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 255 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Vedette | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 591 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |