1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 719 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Zephyr | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |