1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1952 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |