1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 721 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.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
