1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zephyr | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4006 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
