1999 Buick Century vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
