1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Zephyr | Torana |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
