2006 BMW 525 vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |