1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 59 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1952 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 125 L |
