2009 Acura TL vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 58 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 724 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.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
