1970 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1970 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Zephyr | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
