1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1951 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Zephyr | 300 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
