1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Titan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
