1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 57 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 820 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Vedette | A7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2914 mm |
