1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 54 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Vedette | R8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |