1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2930 mm |
