1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 57 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1145 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 1955 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vedette | T5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
