1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |