1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1983 Ford GT

To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Ford Vedette 1983 Ford GT
Make Ford Ford
Model Vedette GT
Year Released 1955 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2158 cc 2299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2590 mm


 

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