2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 49 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 293 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.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |