2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |