1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | E-350 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3510 mm |