1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 47 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Zephyr | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |