1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 670 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 1959 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2824 mm |
