1982 BMW 328 vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1954 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, 1982 BMW 328 (210 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 328 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 122 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1125 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |