1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 721 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |
