1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1954 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zephyr | 605 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
