1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Lexus SC
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 42 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 425 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1997 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Vedette | SC |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
