2007 BMW 650 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 41 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 340 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
