1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
