1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 55 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 398 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ford Vedette | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | CC |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2711 mm |