1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3240 mm |