1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Expedition |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |