1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 50 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 562 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.
Because 1957 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Vedette | 407 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2946 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |