1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | F-350 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |