2004 BMW 545 vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 655 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 122 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |