1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 780 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vedette | S |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
