1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
