2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1971 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 33 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
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 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1971 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |
