1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 36 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 70 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 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2002 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Zephyr | IS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
