2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 696 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
