1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 394 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Zodiac | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
