1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 529 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.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Zodiac | EX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |