1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Zodiac | S60 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |