1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 114 L |
