1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 55 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, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 315 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Vedette | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |