1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 836 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 1959 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Flex |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 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 | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2995 mm |