2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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 Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
