1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 433 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 1966 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Zephyr | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2738 mm |
