1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 46 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zephyr | 535 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2968 mm |