1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 945 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.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
