2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1103 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 188 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |