1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Zephyr | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 476 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |