2004 BMW 120 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 38 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 85 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, 2004 BMW 120 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |
