1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 638 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
