1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 46 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 382 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |
