1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zodiac | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |