1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 47 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 583 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Zephyr | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
