2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1232 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
