1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 1960 Willys-Overland Dauphine
To start off, 1960 Willys-Overland Dauphine is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Zephyr | 1960 Willys-Overland Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Zephyr | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1951 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |