1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 52 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | 350Z |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |