1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Zephyr | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |