2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1388 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
