1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 53 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1465 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 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Zodiac | QX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3075 mm |
