1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 918 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.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Zephyr | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3020 mm |
