1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Zephyr | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
