1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 63 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 348 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Z |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
