F-4 Phantom II vs SO 4050 Vautour
Overview
The F-4 Phantom II and the SO 4050 Vautour are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Sud Aviation respectively.
The F-4 Phantom II reaches 2,370 km/h — 2.1x the SO 4050 Vautour's 1,106 km/h. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,200 km for the SO 4050 Vautour. The F-4 Phantom II operates at altitudes up to 18,288 m compared to 15,200 m for the SO 4050 Vautour.
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 149 for the SO 4050 Vautour. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $2M for the SO 4050 Vautour. The SO 4050 Vautour first flew 6 years before the F-4 Phantom II (1952 vs 1958).
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell |
| First flight | 27 May 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1962 |
| Number produced | 5195 units |
| Average unit price | $3 million |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Sud Aviation |
| First flight | 16 October 1952 |
| Year introduced | 1956 |
| Number produced | 149 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| Wing area | 49.2 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 5.0 m ◉ |
| Length | 19.0 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 2370 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 680 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 18,288 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,030 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 13,757 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 8,093 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 45.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 15.1 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.6 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1106 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,200 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 15,200 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 21,000 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 10,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,700 kgf ◉ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 1,106 km/h, a difference of 1,264 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour has a longer range at 1,200 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher service ceiling at 18,288 meters (60,000 ft) compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 15,200 meters (49,868 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 21,000 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the SO 4050 Vautour's 15.6 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-4 Phantom II is more expensive at approximately $3.0 million per unit compared to the SO 4050 Vautour at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The SO 4050 Vautour entered service first in 1956, 6 years before the F-4 Phantom II which entered service in 1962.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or SO 4050 Vautour?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 149 units of the SO 4050 Vautour.