1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 54 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 558 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Zodiac | S5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
