1971 BMW Touring vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |