2009 BMW 335 vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |