1951 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr. 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Titan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
