1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1956 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, 2005 Lexus GS (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2005 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2005 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Vedette | GS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |