2009 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1957 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |