1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 575 kg more than 1965 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Zephyr | Aurora |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |