1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Zephyr | 325 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
