1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |
