1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 210 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Zodiac | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zodiac | Z4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |