1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 213 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zephyr | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |