1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 580 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2003 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Zephyr | LS |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |