2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 228 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1957 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1957 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Expedition | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
