2001 BMW 735 vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 45 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 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 783 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
