1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Tundra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |