1997 BMW S3 vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1956 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
