1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 24 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 65 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | NSX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
