1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 8 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |