1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 vs. 1971 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is newer by 28 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (491 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 weights approximately 4150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (804 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 | 1971 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | T-Rex 6x6 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 491 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 5400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2930 mm |
