1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche RGT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche RGT weights approximately 139 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (376 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche RGT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zodiac | RGT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
