1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 1 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 398 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |