1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 233 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Zephyr | Legacy |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2751 mm |