1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Zephyr | TF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
