1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1964 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 678 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 238 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1964 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F50 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 129 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |