2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |