2009 BMW X5 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 958 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
