1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 328 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Seville | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |