1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1964 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | P6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
