1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 40 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3010 mm |
