1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 455 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.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Zephyr | 335 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
