2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 11 kg more than 1969 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 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |