1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 53 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 475 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Vedette | BLS |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |