2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 41 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 550 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |