1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zephyr | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.7 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2852 mm |
