1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 309 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1958 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Zodiac | Toronado |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 6967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 385 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 644 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |