1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Zephyr | Exige |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
