1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 52 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 338 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 754 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Zodiac | A7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2914 mm |
