1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Jaguar Type S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 495 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Vedette | Type S |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |