1969 AMC AMX vs. 1951 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 256 kg more than 1951 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1951 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | AMX | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |