1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 49 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
