1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zephyr | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
