1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Zephyr | Canyon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |