2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 49 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 308 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 8C Competizione | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |