1993 BMW M5 vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 36 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 600 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW M5 | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |