1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 56 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 497 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Ranger |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |