2004 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 45 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 1083 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 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
