1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 50 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | F-450 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 144 L |