2006 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 35 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 700 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.
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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 750 | 1971 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2930 mm |