1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Zodiac | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
