1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 43 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 725 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Zephyr | CCX |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |