2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 483 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 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
