1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 603 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 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zephyr | CC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
