1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 264 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 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zodiac | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |