1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 58 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | F-150 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |