1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 48 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1951 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Zephyr | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Econoline |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3510 mm |