1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1597 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Zephyr | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5400 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 | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 127 L |
