1983 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 43 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
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, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 323 | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 323 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |