1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator

To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1550 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ford Zodiac 2011 Lincoln Navigator
Make Ford Lincoln
Model Zodiac Navigator
Year Released 1956 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2552 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1192 kg 2742 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 5672 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1984 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3327 mm


 

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