1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 614 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Zephyr | 335 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2761 mm |
