1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 16 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 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 110 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 BB | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2156 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
