1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 41 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zephyr | CLS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
