1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 402 kg more than 1950 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
