1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 Lexus LX
To start off, 1999 Lexus LX is newer by 40 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 1238 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.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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, 1999 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 1999 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Zodiac | LX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
