1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (544 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
