1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 354 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |
