1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 54 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 856 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 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Zodiac | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3052 mm |