1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 31 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 575 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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Ford | De Tomaso |
| Model | Vedette | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
