1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 55 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 235 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Zephyr | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
