1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1507 kg more than 1968 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Zephyr | Express |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |