1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 32 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Zephyr | AIV |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |