1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 43 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 382 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Zodiac | G34 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1050 mm |
