1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 51 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 684 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saleen S7 weights approximately 122 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ford | Saleen |
| Model | Vedette | S7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2692 mm |
