1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 43 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |