1998 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 909 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 2009 Zenvo ST1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1206 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Ford | Zenvo |
| Model | Contour | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3055 mm |
