1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 612 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2012 Nissan GT-R 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. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
