1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 47 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Zephyr | M3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
