1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 42 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |
