2009 BMW 525 vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 55 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 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1954 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5495 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |