2012 BMW X6 vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X6 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
