1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Zephyr | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
