1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 620 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Zodiac | Camaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2852 mm |