1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 226 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zephyr | 320 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |