2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 725 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
