1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Titan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
