1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 23 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 445 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Ford | Westfield |
Model | Zephyr | ZEI |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |