1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1566 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Zephyr | Corniche |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 738 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |