1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, 2002 Vector M12 is newer by 45 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vector M12 weights approximately 507 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, 2002 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2002 Vector M12 | |
Make | Ford | Vector |
Model | Vedette | M12 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |