1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1120 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Zodiac | Silverado |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |