1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 50 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 234 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zephyr | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 92 L |
