1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 56 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Vedette | 325 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |