1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 53 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Vedette | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Vedette | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2675 mm |