2006 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2552 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
