2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1775 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 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2930 mm |
