1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 56 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 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 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zephyr | 125 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |