2008 BMW 135 vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |
