1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 474 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Zephyr | Charger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3048 mm |
