1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 27 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, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 301 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zephyr | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
