1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zodiac | 959 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |