1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 37 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Vedette | 964 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
