1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 51 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 965 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra, 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Tundra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3230 mm |