2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1964 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 1964 Ford Zodiac has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Ford Zodiac will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 45 L |
