1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |
