2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-150 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |