1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zodiac | S |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3165 mm |