1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 470 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Zephyr | Range Rover Evoque |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4356 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2662 mm |