1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 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), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 230 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Zephyr | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90.1 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
