1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 470 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zephyr | 356 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |