1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 58 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 640 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 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Vedette | X1 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |