1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zodiac | 116 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |