1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 120 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Zephyr | AIV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
