1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Zephyr | 44 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |