1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Zephyr | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
