1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
