1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 856 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.
Because 1957 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Sienna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |