2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Vedette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |