2009 BMW 325 vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 59 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1950 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |