1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 615 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zephyr | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
