1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Zephyr | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
