1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 498 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.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Zodiac | TL |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2775 mm |