2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-150 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
