1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 162 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Zodiac | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |