1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 584 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.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Zephyr | A5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |