1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zodiac | Z4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |