1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Zephyr | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |