1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zodiac | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |