1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 277 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Vedette | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |