1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1975 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1975 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Statesman weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1975 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
