1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 605 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F1 90 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
