1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara

To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 40 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ford Zephyr 1999 Marcos Mantara
Make Ford Marcos
Model Zephyr Mantara
Year Released 1959 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2552 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1090 mm


 

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