2006 BMW 325 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 55 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 417 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |