1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1142 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 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zephyr | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3645 mm |
