1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 70 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
