1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 42 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, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 236 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Supra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
