1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 51 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 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 204 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
