1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G32 is newer by 35 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, 1990 Ginetta G32 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 389 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G32.
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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G32. (145 Nm). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Zephyr | G32 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2220 mm |
