1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1394 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Zodiac | Savana |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
