1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Zephyr | M |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2901 mm |