2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1951 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 360 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |