1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 38 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 338 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zodiac | 928 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |