1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1193 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Zodiac | Sierra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
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 | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4000 mm |