1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 44 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 660 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Zephyr | A7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2914 mm |
