1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 53 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1460 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Zodiac | Suburban |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3302 mm |