1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | S2000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 90.7 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 | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |