1978 BMW B7 vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1978 BMW B7 is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW B7 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette.
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, 1978 BMW B7 (627 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm). This means 1978 BMW B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW B7 | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | B7 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 627 Nm | 123 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1125 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |