2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 235 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
